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CARMEL BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS | HEARING OFFICER MEETING
DEPARTMENT REPORT
MONDAY, APRIL 25, 2022
(V) Messmer Pool Variances.
The applicant seeks the following development standards variance approval:
4. Docket No. PZ-2022-00051 V UDO Section 5.02.C.7 Pool/decking setback must be 3-ft
from any easement; 0-ft setback from easement requested.
5. Docket No. PZ-2022-00055 V UDO Section 2.04 Maximum 35% lot cover allowed, 45.7%
requested. The site is located at 14493 Twin Oaks Dr (Ponds West Subdivision Lot 65) and is zoned
S1/Residence. Filed by Kevin Messmer, owner.
General Info & Analysis:
The Petitioner seeks approval to install an in-ground swimming pool. Variances are needed for pool location
and for lot coverage. Please see the Petitioner’s info packet for more detail on the variance request.
Pool Setback Variance:
A15-ft wide utility and drainage easement runs along the rear property line. Accessory structures, such as
swimming pools, are required to be located at least 3-feet away from any easements. The Petitioner requests
approval for the pool and its decking to be located 0-ft from the easement, abutting it. Also, the pool
pump/equipment will be of a quiet design and will be located close to the house, adjacent to the rear of the
garage area. In general, the Engineering Dept. does not have any issues with the proposed pool location.
Lot Cover Variance:
The maximum allowed lot cover percent is 35%. The Petitioner requests 45.7%. Things that contribute toward
lot cover are pavement and concrete areas, building footprints, and other impervious surfaces. The Petitioner
should continue to work with the Carmel Engineering Dept. on addressing remaining engineering review
comments and concerns.
The Petitioner addressed all planning/zoning review comments. The Planning Dept. supports the variance
request, with the condition listed below in the Recommendation.
Findings of Fact:
Please refer to the Petitioner’s Findings of Facts included in their info packet.
Recommendation:
The Dept. of Community Services (DOCS) recommends positive consideration of Docket Nos. PZ-2022-00051
V and -00055 V, with the Condition of the Petitioner addressing all remaining Engineering Dept. comments
and requirements, and with adoption of the findings of fact submitted by the Petitioner.